Painting with Intention: Lucas Strain on Creativity, Discipline, and Nature

In this episode of outside Is Magic, I talk with painter and craftsman Lucas Strain, founder of Sparkle Factory and lead painter at Allied Cycle Works.

We dive into his journey from a rough childhood to becoming one of the most respected custom bike painters in the country. Lucas shares how mentorship shaped his path, how nature informs his color choices, and why he sees himself more as a craftsman than just a painter. We also discuss creative blocks, balancing discipline with design, and what it means to build something that feels honest, human, and enduring.

It’s a conversation about resilience, creativity, and doing what you love, even when it’s hard.

Guest Links

Sparkle Factory Paint

@lucas_strain

outside is Magic is hosted by Christopher San Agustin.
Produced by Broken and Coastal.
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outside is Magic is hosted by Christopher San Agustin.
Produced by Broken and Coastal.
Follow us on Instagram @brokenandcoastal
Help spread the magic. Hit follow, drop a review, or share the episode with someone who gets it. You never know who it might inspire.